Objective To observe the influence on adhesion between LST-R1 cell and collagen Ⅰ mediated by galectin-1 antibody inhibition. Methods Laser confocal scanning microscopy was employed to detect the expression of galectin-1 on LST-R1 cell membrane.LST-R1 cells inhibited by galectin-1 antibody or not were seeded in the 48-well plate coated with collagen Ⅰ (20?g/well), and the morphology of the adhesive LST-R1 cells was observed and the adhesive cells were counted. Results Laser confocal scanning microscopy showed the expression of galectin-1 on the membrane of LST-R1 cells.The binding rate between galectin-1 and its antibody was 38.2%?0.92%. In the galectin-1 antibody inhibiting group,more and more irregular angular adhesive cells appeared, and most of the adhesive cells were growing in singles, while the adhesive cells,mainly clustered, in the control group were round or roudish. The numbers of adhesive LST-R1 cells in the antibody inhibiting group and the control group were 40 4 and 30 4 respectively (P

To present a data processing method of traditional Chinese medicine based on Apriori algorithm to improve the efficiency of data mining and ensure the accuracy of the knowledge or conclusion in the data mining. The importance of data preprocessing in data mining was analyzed, along with the characteristics of TCM data and the requirements of Apriori algorithm for mining data. Some new functions were formed with considerations on the exam-ples. The data preprocessing was explored from the aspects of terminology standardization, eliminating unqualified data, structured prescription data, data sorting and etc. The new functions were simple and easy to operate, and the preprocessed data made the efficiency of TCM data mining enhanced greatly. The preprocessing method based on Apriori algorithm for TCM data facilities the TCM data mining.

Objective To analyze the differences in protein pro fi le between laterally spreading tumor (LST) cell line and SW480 cell line using t wo-dimensional electrophoresis (2-DE). Methods 2-DE was empl oyed to isolate the total proteins of the two cell lines.The gels were stained with silver, and the differential protein expressions were analyzed with Melanin e 3 software. Results The protein spots of the two cell lines w ere 1285?51(LST) and 1184?47(SW480) respectively,containing 96?7 differential protein spots with 50?6 expressed or obviously increased only in LST cell line and 47?5 in SW480 cell line. Conclusion The protein profiles between LST and SW480 cell lins are different and further analysis on the differ ent interested spots is required to acquire the biology-associated proteins spe cific LST.

? carotene could decrease significantly the ear index and the quantity of Evan' s blue exudation that were skin photosensitive side actions in mice treated by photodynimic therapy ( PDT ) . The PGE 1 content in skin and the histamine content in skin and blood of mice were remarkably raised by raised by PDT. For example, the PGE 1 content in hematoporphyrin derivative group was 6.4 fold greater than that of control group. The PGE1 and histamine cotents were obviously decreased to nearly normal level by pretreatment with ? carotene. The results indicated that ? carotene can antagonise the skin photosensitive side action induced by PDT and the action was related to the decrease of PGE1 and histamine content in skin of mice. The cyclo-oxidase inhibitor indomethacin and the H1 receptor blocker benadryl could also decrease ear index and the quantity of Evan' s blue exudation

Objective To explore the endoscopic and histopathological features of serrated adenomas (SAs).Methods The data of patients with colorectal polyps diagnosed in the Digestive Endoscopy Center at Nanfang Hospital from January 2002 to July 2005 were reviewed and the detection rate, endoscopic appearances, pit patterns and histopathological features of SAs were analyzed.Results In 1928(16.21%) out of 11 894 patients undergoing colonscopy 2811 polyps were found.Among them 61 patients with 71 polyps were found,with a detection rate of 0.51%.The SAs,larger than hyperplastic polyps obviously,were found in patients 39.44% with diameter (larger than 1 cm).The incidence of pedunculated polyps in SAs (26.76%) was higher than that in hyperplastic polyps(13.25%),but less than in adenomatous polyps (43.95%).The pit patterns of SAs, were typeⅢ pit pattern (41.67%) and type Ⅳ pit pattern (18.33%), this result was similar to adenomatous polyps.The incidences of moderate and severe dysplasia of SAs were higher than those of tubular adenomas but lower than villous adenomas.The canceration rate of SA was 2.82%.Conclusion The endoscopic appearances,these of pit patterns and histopathological features of SAs,were different from hyperplastic polyps essentially, but similar to neoplastic polyps with potential malignancy,which should be emphasized in clinical practice.

Objective To observe the changes of LoVo cell growth by galectin-1.Methods Eukaryotic expression vector of galectin-1 was constructed and transfected into LoVo cells using lipofectamineRM 2000.Immunochemistry was employed to detect galectin-1 expresson.LoVo cell proliferation and apoptosis were observed.Results Galectin-1 eukaryotic expression vector pEGFP-C1/GAL1 was successfully constructed.Three cell clones,p-GAL1-LoVo and p-LoVo,transfected with pEGFP-C1/GAL1 and pEGFP-C1 correspondingly,and LoVo were cultured successfully.Galectin-1 expression downregulated Bcl-2 level only occurring in p-GAL1-LoVo cells.p-GAL1-LoVo cell proliferation was similar to p-LoVo and LoVo cells,but p-GAL1-LoVo cell apoptosis was increased(9.61?0.56)%,as compared with p-LoVo and LoVo cells,[(3.56?0.53)% and(3.46?0.46)% respectively](P

Objective To construct the RNA interference (RNAi) eukaryotic expression vectors of galectin-1, and establish the LST-R1 cell lines stably transfected by RNAi vectors. Methods Two pairs of small interfering RNAs (siRNA) targeting to galectin-1 mRNA (GenBank: NM002305) were designed. The corresponding single-strand short hairpin interfering RNAs (shRNA), containing BamH Ⅰ, Hind Ⅲ sites and a 9nt hairpin structure, was synthesized and annealed. The annealed product and the linear eukaryotic expression plasmid pSuperior-puro, which were digested with Bgl Ⅱ and Hind Ⅲ, were ligated by T4 ligase to set up the interfering system. The recombined plasmid was identified with EcoR Ⅰand Hind Ⅲ enzyme digestion and sequencing, and co-transfected to LST-R1 cells with pcDNA6/TR with Lipofectamine2000. Positive clones were selected with 0.8?g/ml puromycin. After incubated with 4?g/ml tetracyclin for 48 hours, RT-PCR, Western blotting and immunochemistry were employed to determine galectin-1 mRNA and protein levels. Results Sequencing results suggested that the nucleotide sequence and read frame of RNAi eukaryotic exprssion vector of galectin-1, p-shRNA1 and p-shRNA2 were perfect. Stably transfected LST-R1 cell lines of p-shRNA1-LST and p-shRNA2-LST were established. The relative values of galectin-1 expression in LST-R1 cells, p-shRNA1-LST cells, p-shRNA2-LST cells and p-LST cells by RT-PCR were 0.616, 0.298, 0.373 and 0.641, respectively, and 1.00, 0.07, 0.38 and 0.97 by Western blotting. The p-shRNA1 gave the best interfering effect, which was in conformity with the results of immunochemistry measurement. Conclusions RNAi eukaryotic expression vector of galectin-1 mRNA has been successfully constructed. Establishment of the stably transfected LST-R1 cell lines may lay a foundation to explore the roles of galectin-1 in laterally spreading tumor.

Objective To explore the genetic prenatal diagnosis method for acbendroplasia (ACH).Methods During May to November 2007, three ACH pedigrees were diagnosed at the Prenatal Diagnosis Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Affiliated Drum Tower Hospital of Medical College, Nanjing University. In family 1, there was a 6-month-old male ACH infant. In family 2, the expectant mother, with 18 weeks of pregnancy, was an ACH patient. Amniocentesis was performed for prenatal diagnosis. The fetus of family 3 was diagnosed as ACH by ultrasound examination on the 39th week of gestation. Umbilical cord blood of this fetus was collected for examination. Totally, three methods, restriction enzyme (Sfc Ⅰ and Msp Ⅰ ) digestion analysis, denaturing high performance liquid chromatography (DHPLC) and sequencing analysis were performed simultaneously to detect the pathogenic mutation of flbroblastic growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3) for the three ACH families. Results ( 1 ) The DHPLC detection: heteroduplex was detected in the patient of family 1 ; beth the patient and the fetus of family 2 showed heteroduplex results; the result of the fetus of family 3 was also heteroduplea. (2) The enzyme digestion analysis for the PCR products of 10 exon of FGFR3: after Sfc Ⅰ digestion, the PCR products of patients and the fetus of family 1 and 2 showed not only the band of 247 bp, but also bands of 162 bp and 85 bp. But their PCR products could not be digested by Msp Ⅰ , and it only showed the band of 247 bp. For the fetus of family 3, the PCR products could not be digested by Sfc Ⅰ , while after digestion by Msp Ⅰ , bands of 162 bp and 85 bp were shown up. The PCR products of the normal control could be digested by neither Sfc Ⅰ nor Msp Ⅰ. (3) The sequencing results: the heterozygote mutation of 1138 C→A was confirmed in the patient of family 1. The pregnant woman and her fetus in family 2 showed the same result. The heterozygote mutation of C→C was confirmed in the fetus of family 3. The site of 1138 was G homozygote in the normal control The three detection results of the fetus in family 2 were the same as that of the mother, which means that the fetus inherited the same pathogenic mutation from his or her mother. Conclusions Both DHPLC and restriction enzyme digestion analysis could detect the mutation of FGFR3 gene, but DHPLC is more rapid, convenient and sensitive. So DHPLC can be applied to genetic diagnosis and prenatal diagnosis for ACH patients.

Objective To determine the relationship of cytochrome P-450 epoxygenase metabolites of arachidonic acids with impaired endothelium-dependent vasorelaxation in the healthy elderly. Methods A case-control study was employed.The study enrolled 60 healthy young adults (group A) and 60 healthy senior citizens (group B) of Han population in Shanghai. Serum contents of 14,15-dihydroxyeicosatrienoic acid (14,15-DHET) (a stable metabolite of 14,15-EET), 6-Kote-PGF1a (a stable metabolite of prostaglandin) and TXB2 (a stable metabolite of thromboxane A2) were measured using ELISA kits. The endothelium-dependent vasorelaxation (EDV) and endothelium-independent vasorelaxation (NEDV) in brachial arteries were determined by color Doppler ultrasound. Results Compared with group A, group B had significant higher levels of hemoglobin A1c, triglyceride and cholesterol levels (P＜0.01), and significant lower levels of 14,15-DHET and 6-Kote-PGF1a (P＜0.001), leading to increased values of TXB2/6-Kote-PGF1a and TXB2/14,15-DHET. There was bigger basal interior diameter of brachial arterials with reduced EDV and NEDV response (P＜0.01 and P＜0.05, vs. group A respectively) in group B. Moreover, the age was negatively correlated with 14,15-DHET and TXB2/14,15-DHET. Conclusions Our results indicate that the impaired EDV and NEDV in aging are associated with reduced production of arachidonic acid metabolites through cytochrome P-450 epoxygenase pathway and cyooxygenase pathway of endothelium in the healthy elderly.

Objectives To assess the performance of first trimester ultrasound screening for fetal structural and chromosomal anomalies based on a detailed anomaly and nuchal translucency (NT) scan at 11-13+6 weeks' gestation.Methods A prospective cohort study was conducted at Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital.Fetuses with a crown-rump length (CRL) between 45 mm and 84 mm scanned during December 2015 to March 2016 were enrolled in this study.After a detailed first-trimester anomaly scan followed the protocol of systematic standardized scan plans,fetuses with congenital abnormalities were screened out.Second trimester ultrasound screening and postnatal examination were performed for further examination of fetal anomalies.Cytogenetic analysis was performed on the fetuses with informed consent.Results (1) A total of 1 154 fetuses were enrolled in this study and among them,36 (3.1％) cases of fetal abnormalities were diagnosed through prenatal examination (35 cases) and postnatal examination (one case).(2) Twenty-one (58.3％) out of the 36 cases with structural and chromosomal anomalies were screened out by using the first-trimester scan,including eight cases of congenital cardiac defect (two cases of atrioventricular septal defect,one case of tricuspid atresia,one case of tetralogy of tetralogy,one case of right ventricle aneurysms and one cases of hypoplastic left heart syndrome combined with cystic hygroma with one case combined with polydactyly),four cases of central nervous system anomaly (three cases of exencephaly and one case of anencephaly combined with double outlet right ventricle),two cases of cleft palate/lip with one case combined with double outlet right ventricle,two cases of exomphalos,one case of amniotic band syndrome,one case of spinal bifida combined with megacystis,one case of umbilical cyst,one case of polydactyly and one case of cystic hygroma.One case of twin pregnancy chose selective fetocide to the fetus with exencephaly and 16 cases terminated pregnancy.The other four cases were confirmed by second trimester ultrasound screening and postnatal examination.Fourteen (38.9％,14/36) new cases of structural and chromosomal anomalies were detected by the second-trimester scan,six of which terminated the pregnancies and the rest were confirmed at term.One (2.8％,1/36) case of polydactyly was detected postnatally.(3) Chromosomal microarray analysis was performed on 28 cases,seven of which were identified as having chromosomal abnormalities including five cases detected in the first trimester and two cases detected in the second trimester.(4) Out of the 20 fetuses with abnormal NT in early trimester,which accounted for 1.7％ of all enrolled fetuses,nine were indentified with major structural or chromosomal abnormalies,a quarter of all abnormal fetus.Conclusions Detailed anomaly scan and NT scan in the first-trimester can increase the detection rate of fetal structural and chromosomal anomalies as compared with the traditional NT scan and provide earlier detection of severe fetal abnormalities as compared with second trimester anomaly scan.